SlingPlayer 2.0.1.481 Out - Direct Connect Returns, Canada Gets EPG

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Sling Media has let loose the latest update to the next gen SlingPlayer for Windows software, which is currently available for download from Sling Media's website or through the update tool within SlingPlayer.

Aside from the typical firmware and minor bug fixes, one of the major additions includes the return of direct IP connections, giving users stuck behind strict firewalls and blocked from Sling Accounts the ability to connect directly to a Slingbox.

We've also been told Canadian Slingbox owners are getting some love, and can now enjoy the same Electronic Program Guide services US customers have been using since the original debut of the next-generation software.

Other Changes:

SlingPlayer for Windows 2.0.1.481 includes firmware updates for all Slingbox models except Tuner, with Slingbox Classic and AV showing improved quality and performance, while reducing the frequency of split video issues that have been reported.

The ATSC/QAM support on the Slingbox PRO-HD has received a few refinements, most notably the option to add unassigned channels as favorites for QAM or ATSC input.

Under Settings --> Options --> Connection, the ability to specify and use proxy connections has been added. (Thanks JPOPUSA)

Downloaded SlingPlayer for Windows 2.0.1.481? What are your impressions? How's it working for you so far? Post your comments below.

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JPOPUSA

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December 18, 2008 6:01 PM updated: December 18, 2008 6:04 PM

Under Settings/Options/Connection

PROXY connections have now been add back in.

temp41

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December 18, 2008 8:04 PM updated: December 18, 2008 8:18 PM

Working now, (forgot what country I set on my AV)

Mogulman

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December 18, 2008 8:14 PM updated: December 18, 2008 8:15 PM

Still doesn't work on my Desktop PC. Sad.. Internet assistant doesn't see my Internet connection (Wireless).

1.5 works fine.
2.0 connects to my slingbox but won't let me sign-in and doesn't recognize my internet connection. Same thing as the previous 3 releases. Wish they would try and figure out why it isn't working. I've posted in the forums every time (along with other people), but other than that, no one from sling has every asked for any feedback, tried to debug it or list of issues. Even when it was a public beta. Does sling even look at the issues in the forums?

BTW... I also hate the way the upgrade works. I upgraded 2 machines by using the built-in upgrade mechanism that is part of the player. It says it is downloading software inbetween playing video.. There needs to be some status bar. There is no way for me to tell progress or anything.. Both times I almost just quit the player and downloaded over the internet.

ScottTheDott

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December 18, 2008 9:14 PM updated: December 23, 2008 10:58 AM

Since 2.0, I really miss the channel icons at the bottom of the Sling Player. Maybe it's a setting that I'm just not getting correct? The built-in DVR & buffering problems cleared up greatly but I sure do miss the icons.

Anyone hear about a player for the iPhone 3G? Thanks in advance my fellow Slingers!

jp-phc-pxx

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December 18, 2008 9:34 PM

I upgraded and tested this both on my Slingbox Classic as well as my Slingbox Solo. The EPG works for me (I'm in Canada). I still notice that there appears to be some glitches with the Closed Caption. Sometimes, the words will be messed up (misspelled) with SlingPlayer (but displays properly on the television set).

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December 18, 2008 11:38 PM

Is 1.2.10 is the latest firmware for AV?

Stern

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December 19, 2008 12:42 AM

Upgraded to the new version of both the player and firmware. Speeds have dropped dramtically. Used to get 700-800kbps now I am stuck at 60kpbs with an occasional up to 150 which lasts for a few seconds.. horrible update.. Is there a way to rollback?

bazanime

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December 19, 2008 5:24 AM updated: December 19, 2008 5:25 AM

So any love for UK users, in regards of version 2.0 and EPG?

JPOPUSA

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December 19, 2008 7:58 AM updated: December 19, 2008 8:01 AM

Stern said: Upgraded to the new version of both the player and firmware. Speeds have dropped dramtically. Used to get 700-800kbps now I am stuck at 60kpbs with an occasional up to 150 which lasts for a few seconds.. horrible update.. Is there a way to rollback?

If you feel like it. Please let Sling know about this.

Reff:To customer support this link below.

http://support.slingmedia.com/get/KB-005744.html

http://www.slingcommunity.com/forum/thread/24708/Help-----My-speeds-keep-cras...

If Not:

Here's thread about Roll back

http://www.slingcommunity.com/forum/thread/24708/Help-----My-speeds-keep-cras...

Thankyou

slingcrazylol

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December 19, 2008 4:01 PM

The new player 2.0.1481 and new firmware for my Sling Solo 1.2.18 do not fix the slow down that continues to be reported by many SLing Solo users ever since Sling released the new player and firmware earlier this year.

My experience rolling back the firmware has resulted in no improvement at all.

The SlingPlayer will work fine for a minute and then drop to 114 KBs ...

JSM777

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December 19, 2008 7:23 PM

I use dual monitors and generally put Sling on the secondary monitor and do computing tasks on the primary monitor. The primary monitor has the Start menu and task bar at the bottom. Since the upgrade, as soon as I put Sling Player to full screen the Start Menu hides. If I put Sling back into windowed mode the Start menu returns. I can see that this makes sense in the typical single monitor set up - but in my set up this is really unappreciated! I only ask for an option to turn this feature on and off. Thanks!

- JSM

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December 19, 2008 10:15 PM

Mogulman said: Still doesn't work on my Desktop PC. Sad.. Internet assistant doesn't see my Internet connection (Wireless). 1.5 works fine. 2.0 connects to my slingbox but won't let me sign-in and doesn't recognize my internet connection. Same thing as the previous 3 releases. Wish they would try and figure out why it isn't working. I've posted in the forums every time (along with other people), but other than that, no one from sling has every asked for any feedback, tried to debug it or list of issues. Even when it was a public beta. Does sling even look at the issues in the forums? BTW... I also hate the way the upgrade works. I upgraded 2 machines by using the built-in upgrade mechanism that is part of the player. It says it is downloading software inbetween playing video.. There needs to be some status bar. There is no way for me to tell progress or anything.. Both times I almost just quit the player and downloaded over the internet.

If you hit alt + shift+ i, a popup window will give details on your connection and at the bottom, will give download statistics.

bazanime

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December 20, 2008 11:31 AM

no anwser, thanks

Dave Zatz

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December 20, 2008 11:51 AM

Mogulman said: Still doesn't work on my Desktop PC. I've posted in the forums every time (along with other people), but other than that, no one from sling has every asked for any feedback, tried to debug it or list of issues.

Have you tried calling support? This isn't an official venue for Sling assistance...

Slingbox SOLO w/ ASUS Wireless Bridge streaming TiVo Series3
Zatz Not Funny!

Mogulman

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December 20, 2008 3:56 PM updated: December 20, 2008 3:57 PM

more4steve said:
Mogulman said: Still doesn't work on my Desktop PC. Sad.. Internet assistant doesn't see my Internet connection (Wireless). 1.5 works fine. 2.0 connects to my slingbox but won't let me sign-in and doesn't recognize my internet connection. Same thing as the previous 3 releases. Wish they would try and figure out why it isn't working. I've posted in the forums every time (along with other people), but other than that, no one from sling has every asked for any feedback, tried to debug it or list of issues. Even when it was a public beta. Does sling even look at the issues in the forums? BTW... I also hate the way the upgrade works. I upgraded 2 machines by using the built-in upgrade mechanism that is part of the player. It says it is downloading software inbetween playing video.. There needs to be some status bar. There is no way for me to tell progress or anything.. Both times I almost just quit the player and downloaded over the internet.
If you hit alt + shift+ i, a popup window will give details on your connection and at the bottom, will give download statistics.

ok.. Cool that help when downloading updates.. but I doubt I will remember to hit Alt-Shift-i next time a download happens. There is no way to get to this information through the menus...

Mogulman

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December 20, 2008 4:02 PM updated: December 20, 2008 4:03 PM

Dave Zatz said:
Mogulman said: Still doesn't work on my Desktop PC. I've posted in the forums every time (along with other people), but other than that, no one from sling has every asked for any feedback, tried to debug it or list of issues.
Have you tried calling support? This isn't an official venue for Sling assistance...

I don't have time to call support. I've called them in the past and felt like I wasted hours of my time/life talking to someone who just wanted me to reinstall software which I have already done a number of times. I've been using this same PC for Slingplayer for years. 1.5 worked fine. 2.0 works fine accept for the login feature.

Again, the player plays video. I just can't sign-in because the slingplayer setup program can't detect my connection. I play video at 3000-5000kbps over wireless-N. I'm not the only one who is having issues like this..

Also, if they are going to release a beta, even public, they should be reading a forum, or providing a method for feedback on issues. Otherwise, why even have a beta? I realize this is GA now, but the issue has been around since the beta.

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